Job Description
Position Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Machine Shop Production Manager who is responsible for the safe manufacture of high value components used in the manufacture of TH world class products which represents a broad diversity of manufacturing processes. The role is responsible for satisfying all safety, quality, and productivity requirements in the most cost-effective manner. This position requires significant initiative and the ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be able to develop, implement, and achieve ambitious stretch goals and have a proven track record of developing talent in their direct reports.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide leadership and communication to the Machine shop team to ensure understanding and attainment of performance objectives and monthly shipment plans
* Maintain operational focus, prioritize tactical plans, measure actual performance against plan, implement counter measures where appropriate and drive lean/continuous improvement initiatives
* Manage direct reports; establish schedule, quality, and cost targets; delegate to direct reports or teams with direct reports to accomplish goals
* Work with other managers to coordinate and align business operations and activities; plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and resources to meet goals
* Develops, trains, and involves employees in maintaining and improving departmental safety, efficiency, productivity, quality, cooperation, and morale
* Develop and deploy management metrics
* The successful introduction of lean manufacturing principles throughout the business
* Review the production programme to determine manufacturing requirements in terms of manning, capacity, and resources
* Ensure that all machines and equipment are maintained in a satisfactory condition to maintain product quality and improve the general environment
* Liaise with Engineering for samples and part development
* Review scrap, non-conformance products and quality problem areas and action to resolve
* Identify key performance monitors (KPIs) for each area on key outputs and display in the appropriate areas
* Support and guide all CI projects using appropriate advanced quality/performance improvement tools
* Continually appraise global technological developments/advances such that they may be exploited to reduce manufacturing costs and improve process/product quality
* Ensure the Company's quality and Environmental policies are understood and implemented
* Ensure all Health & Safety rules are adhered to
* Identify areas for cost reduction and productivity improvements
* Monitor and review subordinates for performance, training, and future development
Requirements For Consideration
* Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality controls, and costs
* Familiar with lean manufacturing work area practices, including 5-S, Visual Controls, Standard Work, work centre metrics, and continuous improvement processes and able to instruct others in these practices
* Knowledge of ERP and similar production management systems
* Proactive communicator who can clearly articulate results and needs across all levels
* Able to establish and communicate clear priorities and to influence others to support and act on those priorities
* Proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
* Experience working within a Machine Shop is essential
* Experience of CNC Machining and Grinding would be advantageous
* Working knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques e.g Six Sigma, Lean, Kaizen etc
* A strong analytic skill set with the ability to interpret data
* KPI driven
* Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of managing 25+ staff
Experience/Qualifications
* Degree Qualified or equivalent qualification within Engineering (HNC, HND etc)
What Taylor Hobson Offers You
* A fun, relaxed and supportive working environment.
* 1pm Friday finish.
* Competitive salary and 25 days holiday including Christmas.
* Fantastic and supportive onboarding to ensure joiners are well integrated and comfortable at Taylor Hobson.
* Generous matched pension scheme.
* Life assurance.
* Option to join private health plan.
* Enhanced maternity pay.
* We are invested in developing your skills and will promote and encourage progression through the business.
* Mentoring and guidance for accreditation.
* Opportunity to get involved with charity and fundraising, which we are passionate about.
* Sports and Social Club – fun events and activities throughout the year including Christmas party.
* Perkbox – our rewards app offering discounts from a multitude of retailers, a GP service and a 24-hour Employee Assistance Program to ensure the health and wellbeing of our employees.
* Employee referral scheme of £1000
* Cycle to work scheme.
* An inclusive workforce.
* Free onsite parking, electric charging points and easy access to the city centre.
Business Unit
* Established in 1886, Taylor Hobson is the world leader in surface and form metrology and developed the first Roundness and Surface Finish measuring instruments.
* We provide contact and non-contact measurement solutions for the most demanding applications on a global basis, with a worldwide infrastructure to support our clients; we are a truly global ultra-precision metrology company.
* We are pioneers, continually developing our products to meet the ever-increasing demands of next generation technologies, particularly in Optics, Bearings, Space, Defence, Aerospace, Automotive, Medical and Renewable Energy technologies.
* Taylor Hobson's world leading brands include: Talyrond®, Form Talysurf® PGI, Form Talysurf® i-Series, Surtronic®, LUPHOScan, Formalysurf® PGI Optics, Talyvel®, Autocollimators, Micro-Alignment Telescope and AMECare.
* Taylor Hobson is part of the Ultra Precision Technologies Division of AMETEK, Inc. which is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices.
* Website: www.taylor-hobson.com
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.
AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 21,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK (NYSE:AME) is a component of the S&P 500. Visit www.ametek.com for more information.